BlackRock Investment Institute, Energy and Infrastructure Investment Research VP

About this role

About BlackRock:

BlackRock is one of the world's largest and most prominent investment management firms, managing trillions of dollars in assets for institutions, governments, and individuals worldwide.  We offer a wide range of investment products and services, including mutual funds, exchange-traded funds (ETFs), and alternative investments, catering to various investor needs and risk appetites.  BlackRock has embraced technology in its operations and investment strategies, utilizing advanced analytics, machine learning, and data-driven insights to enhance decision-making processes and optimize portfolio performance.

The BlackRock investment institute (BII) leverages BlackRock's expertise and produces proprietary research to provide insights on the global economy, markets, geopolitics, and long-term asset allocation - all to help clients and portfolio managers navigate financial markets. We systematically leverage BlackRock’s expertise in markets, asset classes, and client segments to help our portfolio managers deliver positive investment results for clients. Our focus is to keep our investment professionals connected, informed, and on the cutting edge of investment thinking.

Why is your role important?

Reporting to the Head of Climate and Sustainability Research, this investment researcher will be a key member of a team responsible for leading the firm’s thought leadership and investment research on the energy transition, sustainable and transition investing strategies, and related investment opportunities and risks. This is a global role working across markets and investment teams to inform whole portfolio investment strategy, with a particular focus on energy and broader infrastructure investing.

What will you be doing?

• Ability to monitor market trends and develop timely analysis to inform investment platform debates

• Autonomous research ideation and execution while contributing to team research projects at multiple scales

• Economic, energy system, and climate modelling in support of strategic investment views, including capital market assumptions and Strategic Asset Allocation

• Participating in global client and regional client engagement on energy transition and infrastructure trends.

• Harnessing views from our investment platform around such trends

• Writing thought leadership for internal and client audiences

What are we looking for?

• 5+ years of experience in an energy or infrastructure research and/or investment position in financial services, policy-making, or research services sectors.

• Strong background in energy systems and broader infrastructure finance (digital, transport, water, etc.) with substantial experience forecasting and analyzing economic trends.

• Advanced education such as MSc or PhD would be beneficial  

• Deep knowledge of Microsoft Office suite (PowerPoint, Excel, Word) and strong statistical/econometric skills are required. Python/R and other coding skills highly desirable.

• A credible thought leader, highly effective in both verbal and written communications

• Ability to build and maintain strong relationships internally and externally

Our benefits

To help you stay energized, engaged and inspired, we offer a wide range of employee benefits including: retirement investment and tools designed to help you in building a sound financial future; access to education reimbursement; comprehensive resources to support your physical health and emotional well-being; family support programs; and Flexible Time Off (FTO) so you can relax, recharge and be there for the people you care about.

Our hybrid work model

BlackRock’s hybrid work model is designed to enable a culture of collaboration and apprenticeship that enriches the experience of our employees, while supporting flexibility for all. Employees are currently required to work at least 4 days in the office per week, with the flexibility to work from home 1 day a week. Some business groups may require more time in the office due to their roles and responsibilities. We remain focused on increasing the impactful moments that arise when we work together in person – aligned with our commitment to performance and innovation. As a new joiner, you can count on this hybrid model to accelerate your learning and onboarding experience here at BlackRock.

About BlackRock

At BlackRock, we are all connected by one mission: to help more and more people experience financial well-being.  Our clients, and the people they serve, are saving for retirement, paying for their children’s educations, buying homes and starting businesses. Their investments also help to strengthen the global economy: support businesses small and large; finance infrastructure projects that connect and power cities; and facilitate innovations that drive progress.

This mission would not be possible without our smartest investment – the one we make in our employees. It’s why we’re dedicated to creating an environment where our colleagues feel welcomed, valued and supported with networks, benefits and development opportunities to help them thrive.

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BlackRock is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer.  We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to age, disability, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation and other protected characteristics at law.